Reborn and returned, sisters swapped

On the day of the family banquet, the Gu Family Mansion was brightly decorated and filled with guests.

Gu Jinyan wore a light blue dress, looking fresh and refined, like a blooming flower.

A faint smile graced her face, but her heart was in turmoil.

This night will be a turning point in her life.

The atmosphere at the banquet grew even more lively as the lights came on, with laughter and the aroma of wine mingling together.

The entire splendor of the palace was laid out before one's eyes.

Gu Yuande stood up, cleared his throat slightly, and glanced at the guests before finally settling on Gu Jinyan.

"Dear friends and family, we are fortunate to gather here tonight to celebrate the prosperity of our family."

Today, I would like to invite my daughter, Gu Jinyan, to play a piece on the guqin for everyone, showcasing her talent.

Gu Yuande's voice was loud and firm, his words revealing his father's expectations and pride.

At this moment, Gu Jinyan's heart started racing, and his palms began to sweat slightly.

This suggestion was undoubtedly orchestrated by the Quran in secret, with the intention of making him look foolish in front of everyone.

In her past life, she was not good at playing the zither. She once played out of tune at a banquet, which caused her great embarrassment. Her father's disappointment and indifference deeply hurt her heart.

Since then, her status in the family has plummeted, and she has gradually been ignored, only able to rely on her talented younger sister, Quran.

“This time, I absolutely cannot repeat what happened to the previous generation.”

Gu Jinyan took a deep breath, trying to calm his inner tension.

He walked slowly forward, sat down in front of the guqin, and gently stroked the strings, feeling the familiar yet somewhat unfamiliar touch.

The guqin sat quietly in front of me, its simple and elegant body emitting a faint fragrance of wood.

With his eyes closed, Gu Jinyan recalled his childhood, remembering his mother teaching him to play the piano.

Although his piano skills were never quite satisfactory, his love and dedication to songs never disappeared.

"I can do it."

Silently encouraging myself, I slowly opened my eyes and gazed at the strings in front of me.

At this moment, the guests at the banquet began to quiet down, their eyes focusing on Gu Jinyan.

Feeling the expectations and attention from everyone, Gu Jinyan felt a surge of nervousness, but she had to overcome these emotions.

She gently plucked the strings, and the music, like a gentle breeze, gradually spread through the air, accompanied by her heartbeat.

Fingers danced across the strings, the music sometimes melodious, sometimes deep, telling the secrets of the heart.

Although my musical skills are not as refined as those of the Quran, at this moment, I have poured out all my emotions and enthusiasm.

As the music flowed, Gu Jinyan gradually relaxed.

Surrounded by the sound of the piano, I forgot about the gazes around me.

My thoughts drifted back to those warm memories: my mother's smile, my father's expectations, and those innocent, youthful days.

With fingertips gently gliding across the strings, the notes flowed like a gentle stream, gradually coalescing into a moving melody.

As Gu Jinyan was immersed in the music, images of the Quran flashed through her mind.

"I must play even better!" Gu Jinyan unconsciously increased the pressure of his fingers, and the sound of the piano became even clearer.

Every note carries her determination and courage.

She declared to everyone that she would no longer be that incompetent girl.

As the melody deepened, Gu Jinyan became increasingly emotionally invested, and the music became more and more melodious and moving.

The guests at the banquet were captivated by the beautiful melody, and they listened intently, holding their breath. Even Quran couldn't help but frown, feeling uneasy.

"How could she play so beautifully?" Quran thought to himself.

A touch of jealousy inevitably arose in my heart.

I originally thought that Gu Jinyan's piano skills would be as clumsy as usual, but I didn't expect that Gu Jinyan could present such a moving melody in front of everyone.

Quran's hands clenched slightly as he secretly plotted how to turn the tide at this banquet.

The sound of the zither was like a gentle stream, soft yet firm, sometimes like a spring breeze caressing willows, sometimes like the murmuring of autumn waters.

His fingers danced lightly on the strings, blending with the music, carrying Gu Jinyan's emotions and memories, and telling the story in his heart.

The music echoed throughout the banquet hall, warm and melodious, captivating all the guests.

“This piece… seems to be ‘Flowing Water’,” a scholar said in a low voice, his eyes flashing with surprise.

"That's right, Miss Gu's piano playing has a kind of liveliness that allows people to feel the breath of nature."

Another guest chimed in, his face full of admiration.

Gu Yuande sat in the main seat, his eyes filled with pride and satisfaction.

Seeing my daughter's focused expression in front of the piano, I couldn't help but feel a surge of pride.

Gu Jinyan's performance reminded him of the past, of that well-behaved and sensible girl, who now shone with a different kind of brilliance in the music.

Meanwhile, Quran stood by, increasingly uneasy.

If Gu Jinyan continues to behave this way, it will inevitably change his father's opinion of him and even affect his status in the Prince's Mansion.

He secretly plotted how to overshadow Gu Jinyan at this banquet.

Gu Jinyan's performance became increasingly profound, with the sound of the piano surging like a tide, carrying memories of the past and hopes for the future.

Gu Jinyan seems to have returned to those carefree days.

My mother's teachings echoed in my ears: "No matter what, always believe in your abilities and face everything bravely."

As the last note faded, Gu felt a sense of relief, as if a heavy burden had been lifted from his shoulders.

The guests at the banquet responded with enthusiastic applause and exclamations of praise, bringing the atmosphere to a climax.

"What a beautiful zither playing! Miss Gu, your zither skills have improved so much, it's truly amazing!" An old man stood up and said with a face full of satisfaction and admiration in his eyes.

"Yes, Miss Gu's piano playing is like heavenly music, it's intoxicating!" another woman echoed, her eyes full of admiration.

Gu Yuande looked satisfied and secretly praised himself.

Gu Jinyan's performance not only brought him glory but also added luster to the entire Gu family.

Meanwhile, Quran's expression grew increasingly grim.

He forced a smile, but secretly planned his next move.

If Gu Jinyan's rise to power is not stopped in time, my position in the Prince's mansion will be in jeopardy.